Senior Health and Social Care Support Worker

NHS National Services Scotland; Golspie; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health service in Golspie is looking for a motivated Care at Home Officer to support patients in their homes. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and help patients maintain independence after discharge. The position offers part-time hours with flexible shifts. No prior experience is necessary, and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience not required, but beneficial.
• Driving licence essential; you must have access to your own vehicle for work purposes.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic care to patients in their homes, ensuring independence and support after discharge.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver a high-quality service to the local community.
• Use your own initiative and flexibility to meet patient and service needs.

Job description

Equal Opportunities

Equality and diversity are vital to NHS Scotland. We welcome applications from all sections of society to create a workforce that is truly representative and ensures that each employee can feel respected and able to give their best.

Job Overview

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Care at Home Officer for the East Sutherland Health and Social Care Team at Lawson Memorial Hospital, Golspie. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to support patients in their own homes, helping them maintain independence after leaving hospital. The role requires flexibility, initiative and a commitment to high standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide holistic care to patients in their homes, ensuring independence and support after discharge.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver a high-quality service to the local community.
• Use your own initiative and flexibility to meet patient and service needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience not required, but beneficial.
• Full training will be provided, and you will have the opportunity to complete an SVQ in Health & Social Care.
• Driving licence essential; you must have access to your own vehicle for work purposes.

Details

This is a Fixed Term part-time post to May 2026 of 13.81 hours, working 7:00 am to 11:00 am, 4 days on, 4 days off, or in line with service requirements.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship.

Contact

Informal enquiries: Ian Blackhall, Care at Home Officer, Tel [phone], Email [e-mail]. Tracey Campbell, Email [e-mail].

Recruitment team: Email [e-mail].

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About NHS Highland

NHS Highland is the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area and a significant contributor to the local economy.

Our workforce is our greatest asset; we are committed to nurturing a positive culture and values, which guide our daily work.

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork